Overview

Baruch College is a dynamic community of scholars and distinguished professionals who educate one of the most diverse student populations in the United States. Baruch students, or their parents, come from 168 countries, and they speak more than 104 different languages in their homes. 37% of its students are the first in their families to graduate from college, 65% of Baruch students filing FASFA come from households with average incomes of less than $40,000, and 85% of Baruch students graduate with no federal student loan debt.

The Starr Career Development Center advances the mission and goals of Baruch College by providing leadership on, and delivery of, diverse and inclusive career and professional development programs and services for undergraduate students. The Starr Career Development Center supports student career readiness by providing opportunities to define career goals, engage in experiential learning, and gain professional experience. The Center also develops mutually beneficial partnerships with Baruch faculty and staff, alumni, employers, and community partners, which facilitates the growth and success of a diverse talent pipeline. As a result, students can acquire the tools and the confidence to independently engage in lifelong professional development and career management in a diverse and global workforce.

Each year, the Center collects post-graduate outcomes for graduating Baruch College undergraduates starting just prior to commencement and continuing through the end of December. This data forms the basis of this report.

Executive Summary

Employment

2256 or 63%, of graduating Baruch College undergraduates reported on their post-graduate plans

82% of Baruch graduates were either employed or attending graduate school